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Jenny N Design Genuine Cowskin Leather Wristlet Clutch ($78) – This is truly a versatile little clutch! It works as a clutch, a small shoulder bag and a cute wristlet. You definitely can’t go wrong with this gem.

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Go Go Vivi Minimalist Leather Clutch ($38) – A simple clutch that goes with everything. This little gem is a great choice if you want your clutch to double as a wallet. Just drop it in your larger bag for day and take it out for your dinner dates.

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Make Me A Dress Red and Cream Velvet Bow Clutch ($55) – This is definitely my favourite. It has just the right amount of glamour and edgy details that is what you need for parties and special occasions. The combination of luxe red velvet and creamy leather is perfect for the holidays but can still work year around.

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Unique & Affordable Red Clutches

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Christian Louboutin Sequined Pouch ($995) – What I love most about this little pouch? The playful kiss-lock closure which is in the shape of two signature Louboutin pumps – so clever! Aside from that lovely detail, this sequined pouch is a little show stopper. Don’t care for the red? It also comes in a black/silver combination.

Judith Leiber Marquis Celebration Clutch ($2795) – This stunning clutch will definitely give you something to celebrate! The jet black marquise and multicolor pave Austrian crystals are eye catching in this floral inspired design.

Both of these clutches use the classic combination of black, white and red. There is just enough red in both of these to make them stand out but not look too crazy.  You can purchase either of these through the Neiman Marcus website.

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Dazzling Clutches for Evening

Here are four fabulous red clutches that will look great with just about any outfit whether you’re just hitting up a bar with friends or going to a fun holiday party.

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Matt & Nat Morgan Convertible Clutch ($150) – This versatile clutch cleverly hides a chain strap so you can carry it on your shoulder if you need both of your hands free (for dancing!). It’s also eco-friendly as it’s made out of Japanese paper!

Juicy Couture Lock It Long Clutch ($128) – If you like your clutches to have a little more hardware or embellishment, this one is a good choice. There’s also a patent version if you want a little shine, too!

Lauren Merkin Louise Croc Embossed Clutch ($200) – Crocodile (real or not) is quite luxe and the traditional shape of this clutch gives it a vintage feel.

Judith Leiber Small Oval Curved Minaudiere ($1595) – Beautifully detailed with Siam red Austrian crystals all over, wow!

Obviously, the last clutch is a total splurge but you have to admit, it’s quite lovely. Which one would you pick? I personally love the first one because I love it when bags do double duty.  You can purchase these red clutches at Neiman Marcus online. And don’t forget to enter the free shipping code: SHOPNM when you check out!

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Festive Red Clutches for Evening

Bows are a charming accent that have shown up on evening bags and clutch purses from lots of different designers.  And right now, Bluefly has a great selection of evening bags on sale from 20% to as much as 62% off!

Here are a few of the designer goodies you can pick up for the big party:

Go for bright and bold with Valentino’s magenta satin bow evening bag.  If that’s a little too bright it does come in other colors as well.

Christian Louboutin has created a bow evening bag using patent leather instead of fabric.  This clutch purse is available in purple patent leather with the signature Louboutin red satin lining.

Add some sparkle to your evening with this lovely little black satin clutch purse from Giuseppe Zanotti.  It’s finished off with a pave crystal knot.

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Beautiful Bags with Bows – On Sale!

Nest offers the interest-free loans to women who have an idea for a business, but no way to get it off the ground.  They pair up established designers with the women to guide them in creating their own business and products.

The result?

Women who are able to help their families, send their kids to school, empower themselves… and make gorgeous things to sell.

If you’re looking for a cute little clutch for a dressy event, I’d like to suggest these ones from a loan recipient from Turkey, Sevinc Esen:

Each clutch purse is hand-crocheted and comes in your choice of silver, gold or black sequins.  They close with a hidden snap and measure approximately 6.5″ by 4.5″

Or you could go for the colorful multi-colored sequin clutch purse…

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Get Your Sparkle On – For a Good Cause

In honor of Betsey’s four decades of fabulous fashion, I’m checking out some of her new accessories (which is always fun to do!).

Of course, it’s just not Betsey Johnson without a wacky sense of humor – like adding black widow spiders to a pearl charm bracelet:

The “Pearl & 1/2 Charm” bracelet also comes with little keys, hearts and more.

Love animal print?  There’s a pair of shoes from Betsey Johnson for you…

The “Caelen” leopard-print Mary Jane high heel is accented with piped details and cutouts on the heels.

Let’s not forget Betsey Johnson’s girly side, with flowers and ruffles galore!

The “Night Out” frame purse is covered with layers of black chiffon ruffles and comes with it’s own teensy little leopard print change purse that hides inside.

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The Yves Saint Laurent Nappa Leather Clutch ($1495) is all sorts of fabulous-ness. With the colour grey and hardware being the top key trends to look out for this season, YSL has done a wonderful job of incorporating the two trends with this clutch.   If you’re familiar with Yves Saint Laurent bags, you’ll know the nappa leather used in this clutch is sumptutous, smooth and totally supple.

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I personally love the chain details, on the side and inset within the bag itself. It opens with a magnetic snap on the fold over flap front. The chains aren’t purely decorative, they are used to attach the included shoulder strap so you can carry this as a shoulder bag too. Cute and clever!

Yes, its a bit pricey this is a key investment piece if you’re wanting to dive into two trends at once. This clutch can be used during the day with a simple outfit of jeans and a tee and definitely rock it out at night with any little black dress or even jeans and a slinky top. It’s a go with anything bag, that’s for sure.

If you love this YSL clutch, you can purchase it through the Net-A-Porter website.

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Yves Saint Laurent Nappa Leather Clutch

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Treesje Skylar Harper Clutch (on sale $220.50) How pretty is this CLover green shade?! It will look fantastic during the Fall and even better during Spring. This clutch is made out of lambskin leather making it ultra soft and luxurious. There’s also cool flat hexagon shaped studs on the front to give it some interest.

Marc Jacobs Fresh Heather Clutch (on sale $346.50) I think the best part about this coated cotton clutch aside from the pretty blue colour is the contrasting gold trim and hardware. It’s chic yet playful at the same time.

Treesje Metro Clutch (on sale $238) Fuschia coloured leather makes this little clutch perfect combination with a little black dress. The turn lock closure and pleating detail keep it from looking boring.

Whether you’re simply wearing jeans and a tee or going out on the town, the three clutches above are a perfect little accessory to hold just the basics and aid you in looking stylish and chic.  They’re also all on sale on the Bloomingdales website at the moment so it’s an even better incentive to pick them up!

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Cute Colourful Clutches on Sale

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The Felix Rey Camilla Clutch ($290) is for those nights and events when you want your bag to act as an extension of your jewlery. This ultra girly rosette style wristlet clutch is made with metallic pebbled leather. All hardware is gold and there’s a Felix Rey enamel logo plate on the back. Quite cute!

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This next Felix Rey clutch is called the  Nicole Clutch ($295). It’s a quite unique with the metal and mesh mixed with the snake emobssed leather. I like the bow, it add a sweet feminine touch.

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Now if you really want to wow them and stand apart from the crowd, this Felix Rey Ruffle Wallet Clutch ($250) in Neon Pink will certainly do the trick!  This little clutch can do double time by acting as your wallet during the day and then as a chic clutch for nights.  It’s made out of patent leather and there’s a sweet ruffle trim all along the front and back.

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Glam Felix Rey Clutches

So let me show you some chic clutches that will look fantastic with pretty much any of your outfits be it day or night, Sunday through Saturday!

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Mulberry Daria Clutch ($495) – I love this colour!
Botkier Ruffle Clutch ($350) – Grey is Fall’s “it” shade!
Marc by Marc Jacobs Classic Q Wristlist ($168) – A lovely rich wine shade
Rebecca Minkoff Croc Embossed Clutch ($330) – You need a bold statement bag like this!

Any one of these beautiful clutches would work for day or night and almost all of them are available in basic black too. The colours I chose are perfect for the Fall and Winter seasons. They’ll work really well as accent colours to an otherwise monochromatic outfit.

One of my favourites has to be the yellow Rebecca Minkoff clutch, I have this in black and I can’t tell you how versatile it is – it’s a shoulder bag, clutch and small messenger bag!

If you love these, there are more lovely choices on the Shopbop website.

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Chic Clutches for Day or Night